Kolava

Kolava is a village located in Khambhalia taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Khambhalia (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Kolava village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Kolava unique in its vibrant Khambhalia-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Kolava’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Kolava

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kolava is 513546. The village spans a total geographical area of 2383.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361306. Khambhalia is nearest town to Kolava village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kolava village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Khambhalia Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kolava

According to the 2011 Census, Kolava has a total population of about 2,434, with approximately 1,210 males and 1,224 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 334 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 235 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 21. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.94%, with male literacy at about 63.80% and female literacy near 44.20%. There are around 428 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kolava's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,434 1,210 1,224
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 334 162 172
Scheduled Castes (SC) 235 118 117
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 21 9 12
Literate Population 1,313 772 541
Illiterate Population 1,121 438 683

Connectivity of Kolava

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kolava. As per the 2011 stats, Kolava had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kolava

Knowing the nearby villages of Kolava helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kolava.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kolava

Where is Kolava located?
Kolava village is situated in Khambhalia Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolava?
Kolava serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kolava?
The pincode of Kolava is 361306, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kolava as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kolava is 2,434, with 1,210 males and 1,224 females.
How many households are there in Kolava as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kolava village has a total of 428 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kolava as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kolava is 53.94%. The male literacy rate is 63.80%, while the female literacy rate is 44.20%.